(During this discussion Judy will talk about characteristics of 21st Century Schools. This is meant to stimulate discussion among State Board members about issues, critical problems, challenges and opportunities - how these relate to policy, and what role the State Board might play in helping Iowa achieve schools and learners for the 21st Century.)

10:15 a.m.

Break

10:30 a.m.

Previous session continued

11:45 a.m.

Lunch

12:45 p.m.

Review the new State Board and Department of Education Strategic Plan, Education is Iowa's Future. Provide the 2008 Update on the Strategic Plan Measures of Success and Major Initiatives - Judy Jeffrey and Division Administrators (Tab B: ISBE Stratigic Plan)

2:30 p.m.

Break

2:45 p.m.

Previous session continued

4:15 p.m.

Review the process for identifying State Board Policy Development Priorities and using these to establish the Master Calendar for the coming year - Gail Sullivan (Tab C: Policy Priorities)

4:30 p.m.

Adjourn for the day

5:00 p.m.

Social Hour

6:00 p.m.

Dinner

Friday, August 22, 2008

Tournament Club of Iowa - Polk City

8:00 a.m.

Breakfast

8:30 a.m.

Identify State Board of Education Policy Development Priorities for 2008-2009 - facilitated by Judy Jeffrey